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NXP Semiconductors T2080NSE8TTB
- Part No.:
- T2080NSE8TTB
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 896-BFBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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T2080NSE8TTB.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ T2 1.8GHZ 896FCPBGA
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Product details
Overview
T2080NSE8TTB from NXP is a 28 nm QorIQ communications processor featuring four dual-threaded 64-bit e6500 Power Architecture® cores, 2 MB shared L2 cache, and integrated Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) for networking workloads. It operates up to 1.8 GHz, supports DDR3/3L memory at 2133 MT/s, and delivers up to 10 Gb/s cryptographic acceleration - deployed in enterprise switches, service provider routers, and wireless infrastructure control planes.
For engineers reviewing the T2080NSE8TTB datasheet, T2080NSE8TTB pinout, T2080NSE8TTB application, or T2080NSE8TTB equivalent, key selection criteria include SerDes lane count (16× up to 10 GHz), PCIe Gen3/Gen2 mix (2× Gen3 + 2× Gen2), 8× 1 Gb/s MACs with SGMII/RGMII support, hardware virtualization (hypervisor privilege level + PAMU v2), and DPAA accelerators for packet parsing, queue management, and SEC crypto.
Technical Context
The T2080NSE8TTB implements a coherent CoreNet interconnect fabric linking four e6500 cores, 512 KB platform cache with prefetch, and distributed accelerators (FMAN/QMAN/BMAN/SEC/DCE). Its DPAA offloads packet classification, scheduling, buffer management, and cryptography from software threads.
It integrates dual 64-bit DDR3/3L controllers with ECC, 16-lane SerDes supporting PCIe/SRIO/SATA/Aurora/XFI/SGMII, and hardware-assisted virtualization including SR-IOV, IOMMU-based DMA protection, and guest-isolated storage profiles - enabling safe co-location of control and data plane workloads.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core Architecture | Four dual-threaded 64-bit e6500 Power Architecture® cores, 1.8 GHz max, 6.0 DMIPS/MHz per core |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB shared banked L2 cache with low-latency backside interface for inter-core code/data sharing |
| Memory Interface | 64-bit DDR3/3L controller up to 2133 MT/s with 72-bit bus (64+8 ECC) |
| DPAA Throughput | FMAN parses/classifies/distributes up to 24 Gb/s; SEC crypto acceleration up to 10 Gb/s; DCE compression/decompression up to 17.5 Gb/s |
| High-Speed I/O | 16 SerDes lanes (8× 10 GHz + 8× 8 GHz); 2× PCIe Gen3 + 2× PCIe Gen2; 2× SRIO 2.1 ports; 2× SATA 2.0; 4× 1/2.5/10G MACs |
| Virtualization Support | Hypervisor privilege level, logical-to-real address translation, PAMU v2 IOMMU, SR-IOV, vMPIC, vDMA, and DPAA Ethernet/accelerator virtualization |
Pinout & Package
Package: 25 mm × 25 mm, 896-pin PBGA, 0.8 mm pitch, RoHS-compliant.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A1–A10, B1–B10, etc. (full 896-pin map) | DDR3/3L address/control/data, SerDes differential pairs, PCIe/SRIO/SATA lanes, GPIO, I²C, UART, USB, SDXC, JTAG, power/ground | Pinout defined in T2080FS Rev 2 datasheet; includes dedicated high-speed differential signaling groups with strict length matching and termination requirements for SerDes and DDR interfaces |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| e6500 Dual-Threaded Cores | Delivers 1.7× single-thread performance per core with full resource duplication, enabling efficient parallel control-plane task execution |
| Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) | Offloads packet parsing (FMAN), scheduling (QMAN), buffer management (BMAN), crypto (SEC), and compression (DCE) from CPU cores |
| Hardware Virtualization | Enables secure partitioning of control and data plane workloads via hypervisor mode, PAMU v2 IOMMU, and SR-IOV endpoint support |
| CoreNet Coherent Fabric | Provides prioritized, bandwidth-allocated coherent interconnect between CPU, accelerators, memory, and I/O with deterministic latency |
| QorIQ Trust Architecture | Supports secure boot, tamper detection, volatile key storage, and alternate image revocation for trusted firmware deployment |
Applications
| Enterprise Switching | Service Provider Edge Router |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Modular Layer 3 Ethernet switch with multi-tenant services, firewall, and deep packet inspection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Integrated control and data plane processor managing routing protocols, forwarding decisions, and DPAA-accelerated packet processing. Use Value: 8 virtual cores and DPAA enable concurrent execution of Linux network stack, Open vSwitch, and DPI engines at line rate on 10G interfaces. | Use Scenario: Carrier-grade edge router handling broadband aggregation, MPLS, and QoS-aware traffic shaping. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Control plane host running routing daemons while offloading forwarding, classification, and encryption to DPAA accelerators. Use Value: Hardware crypto (SEC) and FMAN-based classification deliver 10 Gb/s encrypted throughput without CPU saturation. |
| Wireless Baseband Control | Industrial Secure SBC |
Use Scenario: LTE/WCDMA base station control card managing radio resource allocation, OAM, and fronthaul timing synchronization. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time control processor executing deterministic RTOS tasks while hosting Linux-based management agents and DPAA-accelerated transport protocol stacks. Use Value: Seven-stage pipeline and hypervisor support allow strict timing isolation between safety-critical control and non-critical management functions. | Use Scenario: Ruggedized industrial single-board computer for factory automation requiring secure boot, tamper detection, and long-term availability. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Trusted main processor implementing secure boot chain, runtime attestation, and isolated guest environments for PLC and HMI workloads. Use Value: QorIQ Trust Architecture with tamper detection and volatile key storage ensures firmware integrity and prevents unauthorized firmware modification. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| T2081NSE8MTB | 780-pin package, 8 SerDes lanes (vs. 16), no SRIO or SATA, 7× 1 Gb/s MACs (vs. 8), 1× PCIe Gen3 + 3× Gen2 (vs. 2× Gen3 + 2× Gen2) | Targeted at space-constrained designs where T1042 pin compatibility and reduced I/O are acceptable trade-offs for lower cost and power | Select T2081NSE8MTB when board reuse with T1042 is required and full T2080 I/O bandwidth is unnecessary |
| P5020NSE8MMB | Two dual-threaded e5500 cores (vs. four e6500), 1.4 GHz max (vs. 1.8 GHz), 1.25 MB L2 (vs. 2 MB), no DPAA, no SEC crypto accelerator | Designed for legacy PowerQUICC III migration paths; lacks DPAA offload and hardware crypto, limiting use in modern secure networking appliances | Select P5020NSE8MMB only for cost-sensitive, non-accelerated control-plane applications where software-only crypto and packet processing suffice |
Compared with T2080NSE8TTB, T2081NSE8MTB offers pin compatibility with T1042 but sacrifices SerDes bandwidth, SRIO, SATA, and one MAC; P5020NSE8MMB provides lower-cost legacy migration but lacks DPAA, crypto acceleration, and e6500 performance - making T2080NSE8TTB the only option supporting full hardware-accelerated, virtualized, secure mid-range networking.
Availability
T2080NSE8TTB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for enterprise switching, service provider edge routing, and wireless infrastructure control plane applications requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for T2080NSE8TTB includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor company headquartered in Eindhoven, Netherlands, specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, IoT, and communications markets.
The T2080NSE8TTB belongs to NXP's QorIQ T-Series communications processors, designed specifically for mid-range control and mixed control/data plane applications in networking equipment where performance, power efficiency, and hardware acceleration are critical.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the T2080NSE8TTB?
The T2080NSE8TTB operates at a maximum frequency of 1.8 GHz across all four dual-threaded e6500 cores. This frequency is guaranteed under specified thermal and voltage conditions per the T2080FS Rev 2 datasheet. The e6500 core achieves 6.0 DMIPS/MHz, delivering high instruction throughput for real-time control plane tasks without exceeding the 25 × 25 mm package's thermal envelope.
Does the T2080NSE8TTB support hardware virtualization?
Yes, the T2080NSE8TTB supports comprehensive hardware-assisted virtualization including a dedicated hypervisor privilege level, logical-to-real address translation, PAMU v2 IOMMU for DMA protection, SR-IOV endpoints, vMPIC, and DPAA-level virtualization for Ethernet MACs and accelerators. These features enable secure, isolated guest environments for co-located control and data plane workloads - a capability confirmed in the T2080FS Rev 2 architecture manual.
What memory types and speeds does the T2080NSE8TTB support?
The T2080NSE8TTB integrates a 64-bit DDR3/3L SDRAM memory controller supporting data rates up to 2133 MT/s with full ECC (72-bit bus). It supports both DDR3 and DDR3L low-voltage modules, with configurable timing parameters and on-die termination. The controller implements interleaving, bank management, and refresh control - all documented in the T2080FS Rev 2 memory subsystem chapter.
How many 10 Gb/s Ethernet interfaces does the T2080NSE8TTB support?
The T2080NSE8TTB supports up to four 10 Gb/s MACs via its integrated SerDes, configurable for XFI, XAUI, or HiGig interfaces. Each 10 Gb/s MAC can be independently assigned to different SerDes lanes and operates concurrently with other Ethernet speeds (1 Gb/s, 2.5 Gb/s). This capability is validated in the T2080FS Rev 2 Ethernet subsystem specification and reference design schematics.
Is the T2080NSE8TTB pin-compatible with any other NXP processors?
No, the T2080NSE8TTB is not pin-compatible with other NXP processors. It uses a unique 896-pin PBGA package (25 × 25 mm, 0.8 mm pitch). While the T2081 variant is pin-compatible with the T1042, the T2080NSE8TTB has no pin-compatible alternatives - its I/O count, SerDes lane allocation, and power delivery requirements are specific to its 16-lane, dual-SRIO, dual-SATA feature set.
T2080NSE8TTB Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 896-BFBGA, FCBGA
- Series:
- QorIQ T2
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Core Processor:
- PowerPC e6500
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 4 Core, 64-Bit
- Speed:
- 1.8GHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- -
- RAM Controllers:
- DDR3, DDR3L
- Graphics Acceleration:
- -
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- -
- Ethernet:
- 1Gbps (8), 2.5Gbps (4), 10Gbps (4)
- SATA:
- SATA 3Gbps (2)
- USB:
- USB 2.0 + PHY (2)
- Voltage - I/O:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- Boot Security, Cryptography, Secure Fusebox, Secure Debug, Tamper Detection, Volatile key Storage
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 896-FCPBGA (25x25)
- Additional Interfaces:
- -
T2080NSE8TTB FAQ
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of T2080NSE8TTB?
All T2080NSE8TTB units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with T2080NSE8TTB, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The T2080NSE8TTB part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for T2080NSE8TTB:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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